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What Is Guillain-Barré Syndrome?
What Is Guillain-Barré Syndrome?
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Those affected by Guillain-Barr syndrome face not only physical difficulties, but
emotionally painful periods as well. It is often extremely difficult for patients to adjust to
sudden paralysis and dependence on others for help with routine daily activities. Patients
sometimes need psychological counseling to help them adapt.
clinical trials of new and experimental therapies are the key to improving the treatment
of persons with Guillain-Barr syndrome.